Albert Austin

Albert Austin (13 December 1881 or 1885 – 17 August 1953) was an actor, film star, director and script writer, noted mainly for his work in Charlie Chaplin films. He was the brother of actor William Austin. He was born in Birmingham, England, and was a music hall performer before coming to the U.S. with Chaplin, both as members of the Fred Karno troupe, in 1910. Noted for his painted handlebar mustache and acerbic manner, he worked for Chaplin's stock company and played supporting roles in many of his films, often as a foil to the star, and working as his assistant director. After the development of sound films, he moved into scriptwriting, directing and acting, chiefly in comedy short subjects. Among other things, he assisted Chaplin in developing the plot of The Adventurer (1917). Howeve...show more
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Date of Birth
Dec 13, 1882
Place of Birth
Birmingham, England, UK
Date of Death
Aug 17, 1953
Age
70
Known For
Acting
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Movie Credits

1931
Street Sweeper / Burglar (uncredited), Assistant Director
1921
Man in Shelter (uncredited)
1928
Clown (uncredited)
1918
American Soldier / Clean Shaven German Soldier / Bearded German Soldier
1917
A Diner / Immigrant
1925
Prospector (uncredited)
1916
The Cook
Movie Credits

TV Show Credits

Self & In Out-Takes
TV Show Credits
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